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Coming home from a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints can be harder than the mission itself. Each Monday, join Talmage Thayne (released from "the best mission in the world" in 2017) as he interviews returned missionaries and other guests who share insights and stories of struggle, success, and self-discovery in the transition to home life. Whether you’ve been back from a mission for a few weeks, a few years, or you’re a young adult looking for hope and direction this podcast is for you.
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Talmage sits down with Noah Canon, a public speaker who’s passionate about suicide prevention for teens. Noah grew up in Idaho, and during his teenage years, he began working-out in the gym and advocating for suicide prevention. At one point, while visiting an elderly leader in his stake, who was both lonely and lived alone, Noah found himself in a vulnerable situation. Recognizing signs of sexual grooming, he immediately left and told his parents.
Noah goes on to describe the damage this event caused: feelings of guilt, loss of his childhood, the distrust of church leaders, and the overall feeling of brokenness. Nevertheless, Noah didn’t let this event define him or take away his testimony. He describes that by leaning on Christ’s atonement, he could be healed, not only from his own sins, but from the trespasses of others.
This Episode was recorded on November 3th, 2025
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 — The End of Childhood: Encounter with a Trusted Leader
00:01:24 — Introducing Noah Cannon: Mission & Mental Health Advocacy
00:02:16 — Growing Up in Burley, Idaho & the Influence of Church Community
00:05:03 — Early Mental Health Struggles and Finding Hope Through Exercise
00:08:18 — Progress is Possible: Motivational Speaking & Faith Parallels
00:12:05 — Building Friendship and the Experience of Sexual Grooming
00:16:19 — Processing Guilt and Healing after Abuse
00:21:05 — Discovering the Depth of Christ’s Atonement
00:24:36 — Justice, Forgiveness, and Healing Journey
00:30:01 — Turning Outward: Suicide Prevention & Sharing Hope
00:37:53 — Serving a Mission & Integrating Suicide Prevention Work
00:42:40 — Ministry After Mission: Public Speaking & Impact
00:51:25 — Advice for Returning Missionaries: Progress, Accountability, and Faith
00:55:48 — Closing Remarks & Where to Connect with Noah Cannon
Noah’s Links:
https://www.instagram.com/noahcanon?igsh=MW1wdHQwamg5Ynl4NQ==
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-progress-podcast/id1515738765
https://open.spotify.com/show/3Tz1Nu1WdMK3lUxOdi3ow9
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https://www.youtube.com/@talmagethayne21
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
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Talmage sits down with Maddy Packer, a passionate LDS apologist and history buff, for an insightful episode. Maddy grew up in New Mexico, attending Catholic school from seventh through twelfth grade, and later studying archaeology and history in college. Using both formal education and self-study, Maddy has become well-versed in several historical topics that they discussed today.
They talked about:
- Disgruntled ex-members who paint the church as tyranical patriarchy
- Non-LDS christians who demonize the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. And why they’re wrong when they say we’re not christian.
- Evidence/Arguements of the Book of Mormon’s Authenticity
This Episode was recorded on November 5th, 2025
Timestamps:
00:00 Mormonism: Faith, Criticism, Misconceptions
06:20 "Faithful Choices and Ridicule"
12:22 Questioning Faith and Belief
15:31 "Questioning Doctrine's Significance"
25:42 God's Gender Discussion Tactics
27:39 "Questioning Christ's Physicality"
34:42 Social Media: Anxiety and Escape
39:52 "Personal Life and Opposition Insight"
42:47 "Equality: Equal, Not Identical"
51:03 "Marriage, Culture, and Gospel Values"
53:54 Defending Public Perception of Faith
59:07 "Debating Trinity's Biblical Basis"
01:06:19 Defining Official Doctrine Challenges
01:08:23 "Debating Jesus' Resurrection Accounts"
01:14:34 Joseph Smith: Genius or Inspired?
01:22:42 "Choosing to Be Like God"
01:24:39 "Renewing Faith and Testimony"
Maddy’s Links:
https://www.instagram.com/thesurefoundation/
https://www.tiktok.com/@thesurefoundation?_r=1&_t=ZT-91IfGXMd3hF
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
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In this episode (Sz4 Ep5), Talmage sits down with his wife, Mary Thayne, for a vulnerable and inspiring conversation. Taken from a larger interview, this segment explores why Mary chose to move forward in their relationship, even knowing about Talmage’s past struggles with pornography. Together, they discuss how faith, family support, and honest communication shaped their journey through addiction and recovery. Mary shares her powerful insights, addressing doubt, resilience, and the healing power of Christ.
This is the first time Mary and Talmage open up together about addiction, recovery, and faith—offering hope, perspective, and concrete advice for anyone navigating similar challenges.
Timestamps:
00:00 Doubt, Frustration, and Light
04:48 "Asking for Roses"
07:30 Faith, Family, and Resilience
11:33 "Challenges Strengthen Relationships"
14:27 "Misjudging Porn Through Ignorance"
18:56 Hope and Healing Through Christ
20:48 "Growth Through Imperfection"
24:56 Healing, Perspective, Faith, and Recovery
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
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This episode is the hard launch of season 4. Yes, yes, it came out after 3 episodes were already posted. But there's a good reason.
Talmage talks about the need to DO "the thing" being greater than PERFECTING "the thing." If you don't get started on the mission laid before you, it could pass you by and never return.
Carpe diem, brethren, carpe diem.
0:00 Intro
4:03 Why I haven't posted
8:18 Don't miss opportunities
11:22 God's anxious to bless you
13:24 Future of Released
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
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In this episode Talmage interviews his first non Latter-day Saint. Jim Tart is a colleg football national champion, former alcoholic, entrepreneur, family man, and Christian. They talk about his experience when his football career ended and how he had to go back to normal life and live as a normal guy. They discussed his addiction to alcohol and the affect it had on his family. But most importantly Jim shares his experience of how God literally took away his addiction when he gave himself to Christ. Now Jim and his family travel all around the USA selling their famous Sopchoppy Sauce and spreading the good word.
Go support Jim and check out his Sopchoppy Sauce website.
Jim’s Links:
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Talmage's Links:
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TimeStamps:
0:00 Intro: Jim's background and football career
5:27 Turning point: Praying for God to take addiction
9:49 Overcoming alcoholism through faith in Christ
15:38 The power of scripture in daily life
18:41 How sobriety improved family relationships
22:55 Uprooting family to travel and sell sauce
28:50 Homeschooling and unique educational experiences
34:30 Parallels between football and missionary routines
38:16 Challenges for athletes transitioning after college
41:59 Advice for returning missionaries: Focus on Jesus
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
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In this episode (Sz4 Ep2) Colton Miller came on. Colton is a family man, an entrepreneur, a recovered porn abuser, and a defender of the faith.
In this episode, Talmage and Colton talk about: The power of the priesthood to heal, Colton’s story of finding porn so young, how porn has affected his life and marriage, his faith crisis, therapy techniques like EMDR and internal family systems, studying The Book of Mormon, and defending the gospel against hate online.
Colton’s Links:
https://www.instagram.com/colton_b_miller/
https://www.tiktok.com/@brother_miller
Talmage/Released’s Links
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https://www.instagram.com/released_thepodcast/
https://www.youtube.com/@talmagethayne21
https://www.tiktok.com/@talmagethayne
Timecode:
0:00 Introduction and Colton Miller's Childhood
16:48 Mission Experiences and Post-Mission Challenges
28:38 Battling Feelings of Unworthiness
37:50 Inner Child Healing and Identity Formation
47:30 Navigating Relationships and Addiction
54:35 Personal Faith Journey and Doctrinal Understanding
1:03:13 Examining Controversial Church History Topics
1:13:54 Prophetic Fallibility and Modern Faith
1:18:26 Spiritual Experiences with the Book of Mormon
1:23:12 Defending and Living Faith in the Modern World
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
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In the first episode to launch season 4, we had Wes Wright on. Wes is a former BYU football player, avid golfer, gunshot survivor, and evangelist for Christ. In this episode, Talmage and Wes talk about: Casual discipleship, how the crime doesn't always fit the punishment with repentance, caring more about your standing with God than your standing with girls, and Wes's suicide attempt and his 2nd chance. This was an awesome episode to start of this new season.
Wes' Links
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https://www.tiktok.com/@wesfunbro
Talmage's Links
https://www.instagram.com/talmagethayne/
https://www.youtube.com/@talmagethayne21
https://www.tiktok.com/@talmagethayne
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Intro
5:09 Growing up with limited church involvement
16:18 Mission Experience andBible bashing
29:24 Returning home and struggling with faith
41:35 Breaking up and prioritizing spiritual growth
57:55 Wes's suicide attempt and miraculous survival
1:08:27 Finding purpose after surviving suicide attempt
1:13:35 Where to follow Wes's story online
1:17:54 Advice for returning missionaries
Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
Talmage Interviews TJ Faamausili about the three pillars of a successful return home. Order, Purpose and relationships helped TJ in his RELEASED STORY.
TJ is a Cohost of the popular podcast This Is Kingdom, he's a seminary teacher, is married to his wonderful wife lora and has a little boy. His post mission life has been blessed by the gospel and implementing these three pillars. But in spite of the blessings, lessons have had to be learned through hardship and hard work.
Join us as we discuss these pillars looked like in both Talmage and TJ's life.
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
Talmage got to ask Connor Benich about his experience coming home from the mission. Connor's story goes through heart break, God's radio silence, Tiktok, dating, and a conversation you wouldn't think someone would have with God.
Season Three will be wrapping up after a few more episodes. We recorded them in the beginning of the year and we're excited to get these episodes out to everyone.
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
Discover the power of transformation as we share an intimate conversation with Jackson Wayne Paul, a young man from Sandy, Utah, whose life journey took him from the valleys of repentance to the peaks of spiritual insight. In the bustling streets of Lisbon, Portugal, Jackson found his mission and, later, his calling as a United States Marine. His dedication didn't stop there; it blossomed into an endeavor to authenticate the Book of Mormon through his YouTube channel, the Stick of Joseph. We unravel the complexities of returning to everyday life after a mission, the resilience required to face legal issues, and the global pandemic's unprecedented challenges.
The Stick of Joseph YouTube channel emerges as a beacon of rational discourse, inviting discussions on faith and the pursuit of truth. Jackson's travels to the Middle East to trace the paths of ancient prophets serve as a testament to the depth of his commitment and the tangible evidence supporting his beliefs.
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I've grappled with the growing pains that have simultaneously sculpted and tested my resolve. In this solo episode, I talk about how some of my biggest blessings have been the hardest things to bare. and I confess to moments when it felt like I was barely holding on. I recognize that growing pains are a sign of growth and I can look forward to greater capacity and strength moving forward. Douglas Malloch's poem "Good Timber" finds its way into the episode.
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
Talmge sat down with Tori MacArthur, the cohost of God In All Things podcast. Her podcast looks at the gospel principles that can be found in literature like books and movies. One of her favorite episodes being The Sound of Music. Her ability to identify these principles came from both studying these classic works of art as well as looking at her own life. She shares her journey and the struggles of depression and loneliness she went through when she was RELEASED from her mission.
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
In this episode Talmage interviews Austin Brady. Austin is a talented videographer, entrepreneur and YouTuber. On his mission he had to learn a lot about the delicate dance between structure and the human touch in service. While Austin was never looking for love while serving he ended up meeting his soulmate. The narrative unfolds to reveal how a steadfast commitment to serving others can lead to profound personal growth, even when it means setting aside meticulously laid plans. This episode is a heartfelt reflection on the power of human connection and the enduring value of prioritizing people over programs, a lesson that Austin's life richly exemplifies.
As we near the end of our journey with Austin, we celebrate the art of manifesting goals and the beauty inherent in trusting the path laid out before us. It's a story of success, intentionality, and the firm belief that with conviction and God's guidance, we are all capable of reaching greatness, whether on a mission or navigating the seas of everyday life.
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
Nothing will give you more energy or joy than knowing your specific purpose for why you are here. In this episode Talmage talks with a life coach, Mitch Harris. Together, we discuss the transformative power of understanding our past, the insights garnered from loved ones' perspectives, and Mitch's journey from spiritual seeker to guiding light for others in pursuit of their life's mission.
We question wrong beliefs about worthiness and explore the idea that our true selves, eternally divine and valuable, are the key to unlocking a life rich with purpose and connection. Join us as we ponder Christ's teachings on trust, the nature of the true self versus the ego, and how embracing our intrinsic worth can catalyze profound change, both personally and spiritually. And as we close, I invite you to reflect on your own path and consider how embracing your true nature might guide you toward a more purposeful and joy-filled existence.
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Imagine remolding your life's path from law enforcement to the lens of a videographer, all while traversing the valleys of personal challenges and rediscovering faith. That's precisely the story Danny Garcia shares in our first guest of the new season.
His candid reflections on divorce, the taxing demands of his police work, and the subsequent introspection that led him toward betterment are as stirring as they are enlightening. His commitment to overcoming depression through rigorous physical training and a rekindled spirituality paints a picture of a man reconstructing his life piece by piece.
This season, we're not just sharing stories; we're creating a mosaic of inspirational narratives. Danny's transformation is a call to all our listeners to contribute their own tales of overcoming adversity and the lessons learned along the way. Through genuine, vulnerable storytelling, we aim to weave a community tapestry of support and shared experiences that resonate with returning missionaries and those on a path to restoring their faith. Join us to discover how vulnerability and the shared courage of our community can become the cornerstone of personal growth and spiritual fortitude.
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
After 7 months, Talmage is back to continue Released and he's got a new addition to the team. Mary has joined to help Released stay on track and reach soaring new heights. For 2024, their goal is to post one episode every week, so they need your help to keep the content rolling in! Reach out if you would like to be a guest or know someone that has a story that needs to be heard.
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Remember, God is good and is planning on your success. And though you've been released from your mission, you haven't been released from your ministry.
Stewart Fletcher is the fifth of ten kids. He promised his younger brothers that he would serve a mission but found it more complicated than the typical missionary. So after delaying submitting his papers, Stewart finally went out, only to realize he wasn't ready. Stewart came back home, rinsed, and repeated. After going out to the mission field for the third time, he was confronted with Covid, as every missionary was, but he had experience that no other missionary had. Stewart had fought so hard to be out on the mission, and while there was a lot of confusion and fear throughout the mission, he felt excitement and optimism.
As you listen to his story and insights, you will ask yourself what unique plan God must have for you when things seem to be going wrong on the surface.
Reach out if you want to support Released at releasedthepodcast@gmail.com
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Talmage updates the Released audience on work situation and what the future of Released has in-store. Talmage will be putting a greater effort on work life balance which will help in the in consistency and frequency of episodes. He also hints at a website, blog and other resources for returned missionaries. To end this episode he shares the poem "Leisure" by W. H Davies.
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Jameson Blosil is an Orem native who found himself getting as far away from Utah and religion as possible. However, through some miraculous experiences, he chose to serve a mission. After coming home a transfer early due to visa problems, he met his wife, who was visiting from New York. They fell in love and got married. Basically, an RM's dream. But this is when everything fell apart. The day after his wedding, he was diagnosed with cancer. Listen to this masterful storyteller talks about his experience fighting cancer and seeing it as a way to draw closer to God and bless more of his children.
Jameson has been fighting cancer for six years, and the Hunstman cancer institute is where he got his treatments. This year they are raising money for the Huntsman SportsFest. If you wish to support, you can find more info at https://hope.huntsmancancer.org/sportsfest23/cancer-ruined-my-honeymoon
If you are interested in sharing your story, reach out to me via email.
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When Anna Willden came home to a shutdown, she was forced to slow down. This was a change from the ever-going rhythm of the mission, and it turned out to be a breath of fresh air. While on the mission, she suffered from depression, comparison, and self-sabotage. When she returned home, she invested time and effort into a life coach that helped her rewire her brain. She shares many insights that will resonate with returned missionaries and make them ask whether they can change how THEY think.
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Dallin Fuller was sent home due to covid when he had the impression he needed to stay home. Confused but faithful, he has found ways to serve and minister outside the usual 2-year mission. One of these opportunities was being a counselor at FSY this last year.
Please reach out if you want to share your story, whether by having it read out loud on the podcast or coming on as a guest. You can reach me at Releasedthepodcast@gmail.com.
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This is a quick bonus episode because I wasn't able to finish the episode for today due to technical difficulties. My computer stopped working so I will try to fix that and have this weeks episode to you guys by Thursday.
I recite Emily Dickinsons poem, Hope is the thing with feathers.
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Anna and Alysha are the hosts of the podcast Popping Perfectionism. As you can guess from the name, it is all about counteracting the stunting vice of perfectionism. They came on Released to share insights and experiences that many returned missionaries can relate with. They don't only share how perfectionism affected their experience coming home from a mission, dating, going to college, and starting their careers, but also how they became aware of it and have found success in countering its harmful effect.
This is a fantastic episode discussing an issue that is rampant inside our culture. Give it a listen and share it with a friend if you found it helpful.
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This episode is the first where Talmage reads a listener-submitted story. The Sister in this account wished to remain anonymous.
She found it hard to love her mission both during her service and after feeling confused and lost. Everyone around her seemed to love and enjoy their missions, while she didn't. Despite loving the country, the people, and her companions, she often found herself on the verge of tears. She finally told her honest feelings about the mission to her mother. Her mom said while she won't love every part of the mission, she can love what it made of her.
It is a fantastic story of how she found the purpose in her suffering. The Love she gained was worth the sacrifice
If you are interested in submitting your story, email me at Releasedthepodcast@gmail.com.
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Roxanne is an expert on storytelling and marketing. Roxanne has written books on the topic and has done pieces of training for missions around the world. She shares the importance of recording your history and then crafting it into something people actually want to read or listen to. David McCullough once said, "History was never hurt by making it something people enjoy reading." Roxanne has done that and teaches other to do it with their own stories.
At the end of this episode, you should sit down to write your own story. And when you do that, make sure to send your 500-word story to Released to be shared with people who could benefit. When you send it in put at the top "Jule in my pocket," and you will be submitted to win the book Jule In Your Pocket.
Watch this video for Roxanne's more in-depth training on how to write a story. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=daoASLEjAaA&authuser=1
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Talmage interviews Tessa Savage in this episode. Tessa has a unique story because while she was raised in Utah for most of her adolescent years, she moved with her family to Saudi Arabia for her Junior and Senior years of Highschool. After Highschool she did a year of college before getting called to the Mongolia Ulaanbaatar mission. Being a Covid missionary, she got reassigned to the Missouri independence mission. After returning home, she had the opportunity to be an MTC and seminary teacher and an HXE counselor.
Throughout all these stories, a theme pops up to know that God has not and will never stop prioritizing you because you are starting a new chapter. You will always see his hand as you look for him. Missionaries often fear they will lose his spirit when they get back, but it doesn't have to be that way. You will find he always prioritizes you as you prioritize your relationship with him.
If you want to share your story, please complete this form and submit your 500-word story.
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Austin Anderson was benched most of his Highschool basketball career. Today, he is a returned missionary, 3rd year medical student, and is finishing up 75 hard despite just having a hernia surgery. This will be his 2nd time completing the program. He has gone on to do the Live Hard Program before and it wouldn't surprise me if he does it again. We discuss responsibility for your life. You are where you are because of the choices you make. And if you want somewhere different, then act different.
Austin submitted his 500 word story, you should too.
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Tianna Evertsen is a serial entrepreneur with a dramatic beginning in her life. Tianna was in a coma as a child. When given a priesthood blessing, she was given a choice to return either to her heavenly home or her earthly one. That decision has guided all her intentions for the rest of her life. Tianna has a vision of what her life could be, and her determination to realize that will make you want to make a vision board for your own.
Click here if you are interested in sharing your story.
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This solo episode was recorded by Talmage in Madrid Spain 2 hours before it was going to be launched. Talmage talks about the consistency of work. He shares the poem "Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night."by Dylan Thomas
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Rian Elaine talks about grieving the loss of a baby girl she raised for 15 months. After experiencing motherhood Rian's foster child, Emery, went to live with her grandparents. After a long time of anger she found God's grace.
If you want to share your story please reach out.
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Bob Kittell is an accomplished and very sought after motivational speaker. Having toured with some big names like Zig Ziglar, Colin Powell, Margaret Thatcher, Brian Tracey, Barbara Bush, Terry Bradshaw, Joe Montana, Laura Bush and Lou Holtz you can say he has been heard by thousands, maybe millions of people.
Bob shares his story about trauma and how he healed from it decades later through connection to God, self and others. His entheusiasm and insights will motivate you to want to do the same.
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Talmage interview Tautai Fano. AKA: Eldertiktok. He shares his experience about sharing the gospel through social media. They talk about love, rules, and being yourself while growing into something better. Finally, they talk about NBA Youngboy and the possibility of his conversion. There are so many great lessons that can be learned from Taitau and his take on sharing the gospel and how it has changed his life, regardless of social media.
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Tiktok: @eldertiktok
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In this short 10 minute episode Talmage shares about his thoughts when his friends leave the faith. Dr. D Grobergs "the Race" helps illistrate how to lovingly encourage someone to be all they can. We should be able to encourage without judging and love without condoning.
You can find a place to submit your story for Released and Talmage's Socials here
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Emily is an Illinois native that was raised to go on a mission. However, it wasn't what she was planning, and she had to return due to depression. While at home, she found healing that eventually led her to ask God if he wanted her back out on the mission. Her story of faith and mental illness is applicable and shows that we can be great even when we feel broken. God can use us to bless people's lives even when we feel inadequate.
There is a new google form where you can submit your Released Story if you are interested in sharing.
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There are three ways to share on Released:
1. Be a guest on the podcast
2. have Talmage read your story out loud on the podcast
3. Have Talmage read your story but keep it anonymous.
(Each option requires a 500-word story)
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Talmage interviews Vicente Pötzsch (Vince) about his experience migrating to Utah after his mission to Brazil. Bad examples, sin and barriers were present, but his attitude is to see it through. When you understand your life and what it means you will be able to face so many of these challenges knowing they aren't eternal, but how you conduct yourself can be.
If you are interested in sharing your story on the podcast reach out to Releasedthepodcast@gmail.com
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Talmage Recorded this episode in 2021. He interviews Skyler Sorensen and Preston Jenkins, who both hose the podcast Sit Down With Sky and Preston. They talk about their upbringing as gay Latter-day Saints and their desire to serve a mission. Things didn't turn the way they had planned, though. Abuse, trauma, and shame accompanied their experiences. However, they share the miracles they saw, the healing, and the blessings from living the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Reach out if you have a story you wish to share releasedthepodcast@gmail.com
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Talmage interviews @Bridgethoughts (Bridger Coburn), regarding his faith crisis. Bridger began studying Anti-Mormon literature after he had gotten married. When he felt his faith shelf break, he had to decide. His inspiring story will make you consider your relationship with personal revelation and research.
Bridger is known on Tiktok and Instagram for his defense of the faith and extensive knowledge of controversial subjects surrounding our religion. In addition, he is a great teacher and shows a lot of empathy and understanding to those who find themself in a faith crisis.
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Yonela is a charismatic 23-year-old South African from East London. He shares his journey of finding the church, leaving on a mission to Zimbabwe, being reassigned and locked down in Johannesburg, and facing the challenges being released. From broken engagement to feeling different from everyone around him he has a story that will motivate you to love your neighbor.
If you are interested in submitting your story. Reach out to me at Releasedthepdocast@gmail.com
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Ashley Jordan is a returned missionary that came home and quickly found herself anxious to start life. Covid spread after a couple months of being home and only added to her mental illness. She shares her experience of getting help and learning to cope with anxiety provoking situations and doing it confidently. You might notice her symptoms sound familiar. After listening to this episode you'll be assured that anxiety is real but can be managed and minimized.
If you are interested in sharing your story on Released, please reach out to me. You can email me at releasedthepodcast@gmail.com
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In this first episode, Talmage interviews Dr. Tim Thayne, his father. Dr. Thayne is a marriage and family therapist specializing in after-treatment transition to real life. He's worked in a situation similar to a returned missionary's experience his entire career. He's even written a book for parents to help their kids transition home while maintaining the change (Not By Chance).
Dr. Thayne and Talmage will be teaming up to write a book for returned missionaries.
Email releasedthepodcast@gmail.com and ask about winning a copy of the Not By Chance Yearbook. Talmage will send you instructions on how to write a winning story for your submission. The best story will be awarded the book, and their story will be featured on an episode of Released. I'm excited to read your story.
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The second season of Released is finally here after 2 1/2 years. Talmage introduces Released as the only podcast for returned missionaries facing the challenges of post-mission life. From dating to depression, from money and making your way in the world, Released covers the topics that help you find success in life as you continue ministering. Released is to help you understand God's specific plan for you and have confidence in it.
Please reach out to me if you have a story that would benefit return missionaries. You can email me at releasedthepodcast@gmail.com.
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Talmage Thayne interviews Talon Savage about his released story. Talon shared about how his mission changed him in some huge ways. He had a desire when he got home to keep what he had on the mission. He shares about how he was able to keep the purpose and the spirit by knowing god needs him and having a hope that the future is even greater than the best two years behind him.
WARNING: you will want to do your ministering after listening to this episode.
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Talmage Thayne shares some research that he has done while looking for ways to help missionaries coming home. Significant elements that help transition include having social support, direction or purpose, and general understanding from the community around them. He shares what different social studies have shown and how we can best help the return missionaries we personally know.
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Tia Wilson is interviewed by Talmage Thayne about her experience never being able to go on a mission. She shares about her health problems and how they kept her from serving. She also discusses a type of OCD called scrupulosity, which can be prevalent among return missionaries.
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Talmage Thayne interviews Ali Gull. She tells her story about dating after the mission and getting engaged twice. The first time she was engaged she broke it off but the second time around her fiance ended it. She shares how she knows it was right to date them at the time, but ultimately it wasn't supposed to lead to marriage.
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Gage Parker in this second half of the interview tells his story of getting back on the mission and the difference there was from the first time he left and the second time. He also shares about coming home and slipping back into some bad habits such as Pornography and how he has found healing. His story inspires people to be transparent and find strength in the people around you.
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Talmage Thayne interviews Gage Parker about having to come home early from his mission because of previous transgressions. He has an incredible journey that will teach people about trusting God's plan and taking responsibility for yourself at the same time. This episode only covers the first half of his story, so be sure to hear the rest of it next week.
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Talmage Thayne Interviews Aiden Harrington about coming home early due to the Corona virus. Aiden shares an amazing story about working to get out on the mission then having it taken away after 1 year. He shares a rap he wrote at the end. Go find him on sound cloud https://soundcloud.com/elder-adds
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Talmage Get's to Interview Bailee Merrill about her story coming back from the Louisianna Baton Rouge Mission to her parents' divorce, depression and anxiety. At first, there was resistance to see the doctors about her depression, but it ultimately was an answer to prayer. She also shares about her journey in holding onto God and knowing it will all be ok in the end.
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Talmage Interviews his mission president (George Donaldson) and mission mom (Christine Donaldson). George shares about his first mission and some of the lessons he learned and how he came home to marry his highschool sweetheart. They then share about their experiences coming home after serving for 3 years leading the Scotland and Ireland missionaries. Their stories, insights, love for the gospel and each other will make you want to interview your own mission president and mission mom.
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Talmage Thayne interviews Terry Bailey about his experience coming home and creating a structured life. Terry tells his story about how he met his wife, became a real estate agent and leaves all return missionaries with a call to action to reach out to someone they love from their mission. After hearing his story you will want to create intentional structure in your life to reach your goals even during this COVID-19.
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Talmage Thayne Interviews Chantal Simmons about her story coming home from a mission and getting engaged only to have the fairytale end before it started. She talks about her healing process as well as other really good advice for people in relationships.
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Talmage tells his own story of life after completing his mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and how God led him to start the Released Project. With true vulnerability, he shares his slide into a loss of purpose and becoming involved in the very things he warned people of while serving a mission. His road eventually brought him back to Christ and to the surety and strength of a life built on the rock of our Redeemer.
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